Chicago to Columbia (ORD–COU) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.
ORD–COU is served by 2 airlines with nonstop service. American Airlines and United Airlines lead the route. The flight covers 315 miles in approximately 1h 8m. Beyond nonstop, 8 hubs offer 1-stop connections.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| AA American Airlines | 34 | E70, E75 | 1h08-1h31 | Oneworld | – | |
| UA United Airlines | 25 | CR5, CR7 | 1h26-1h43 | Star Alliance | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
On-Time Performance
Travel Essentials
ORD: CDT · COU: EDT
When it's 6:00 PM in Chicago, it's 7:00 PM in Columbia.
CTA Blue Line runs 24/7 from downtown Loop stations to O'Hare (45 min, $5). Pace buses serve suburbs. Ride-shares cost $35–55 from downtown depending on traffic; add 30+ minutes during rush hour on the Kennedy Expressway.Economy parking lots E/F connect via ATS people mover. Terminal 5 (international) is separate from Terminals 1–3; allow extra time for inter-terminal transfers.
ORD–COU Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from ORD to COU
Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) and Columbia Regional Airport (COU) are connected by nonstop service from American Airlines and United Airlines. With 59 weekly departures, this is a heavily served route.
ORD to COU Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from ORD to COU ranges from 1 hours 8 minutes to 1 hours 43 minutes. The route covers a distance of 315 miles (507 km). There are approximately 59 weekly flights outbound and 62 return, totaling 121 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
8 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 3 hours via STL. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs.